OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 465 Civil Services Posts

The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the official notification for the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Examination 2026, offering a total of 465 vacancies for Group A and Group B posts across various administrative departments of the Odisha Government. Eligible candidates can register and apply online via the OPSC website. 

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📌 Recruitment Overview

Recruitment Authority	Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Exam Name	Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Examination 2026
Vacancies	465 Posts (Revised) – Group A & B
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	opsc.gov.in
Notification Release Date	31 Dec 2025

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📅 Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Registration Start	20 Jan 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	20 Feb 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	20 Feb 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Last Date for Final Submission	27 Feb 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Preliminary Exam (OCS Prelims)	7 Jun 2026 (Sunday)
Main Exam	To Be Announced
Personality Test / Interview	To Be Announced

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📋 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification	Graduate Degree from a Recognized University
Age Limit	21 to 38 Years (as per notification)
Nationality	Indian Citizen
Other Requirements	Proficiency in Odia Language (as specified)

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📊 Vacancy Distribution

Service/Group	Vacancies
Odisha Administrative Service (OAS)	16
Odisha Police Service (OPS)	31
Odisha Finance Service (OFS)	89
Odisha Revenue Service	54
Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service	87
Odisha Labour Service	20
Odisha Welfare Service	16
Other Group B Services	152
Total	465

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📋 Application Fees

Category	Fee
General / SEBC	₹700
SC / ST	Exempted
Persons with Disabilities (PwD)	Exempted

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📑 Selection Process

• 📌 Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
• 📌 Main Examination (Written)
• 📌 Personality Test / Interview

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📋 Exam Pattern Overview

Stage	Type	Marks
Preliminary	Objective (GS, Aptitude)	200
Main Examination	Descriptive / Written	Varied / As per notice
Interview / Personality Test	Viva Voice	100

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📝 How to Apply Online

Step 1	Visit the official OPSC website – opsc.gov.in
Step 2	Go to “OCS / Recruitment” section
Step 3	Click “Apply Online for OPSC OCS 2026”
Step 4	Fill in details & upload documents
Step 5	Pay application fee (if applicable)
Step 6	Submit form and save confirmation

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🔰 Also Check: UPSC IES / ISS 2026 Recruitment

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⚠️ Important Instructions

• Ensure eligibility before applying.
• Provide accurate information to avoid rejection.
• Keep printouts of application for future reference.
• Check the official notification PDF on opsc.gov.in.

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🔗 Important Link

• Online Application: Click to Apply

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❓ FAQs – OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is OPSC OCS 2026 recruitment?

It is the Odisha Civil Services Examination conducted by Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) for 465 Group A & B posts. 

Q2. How many vacancies are there?

A total of 465 vacancies have been announced. 

Q3. What is the last date to apply?

Online applications must be submitted by 20 February 2026. 

Q4. What is the exam date?

The Preliminary Examination is scheduled on 7 June 2026.

Q5. What is the selection process?

Selection includes Preliminary, Main & Interview stages. 

Q6. What is the age limit?

Candidates must be between 21 and 38 years as per notification.

Q7. Where to apply?

Apply online at opsc.gov.in.